Veterinarian Small Animal Practice

About the Role We are seeking an experienced Senior Veterinarian (DVM) to join and help lead a growing, modern small-animal veterinary hospital in the Boston area. This is a high-impact clinical leadership role focused on delivering excellent patient care while supporting the development of a multi-doctor team and contributing to future expansion, including extended 7-day operations. This role is ideal for a veterinarian who combines strong clinical expertise with leadership capability and is interested in progressing toward Director of Operations / Hospital Leadership responsibilities. Key Responsibilities Provide comprehensive medical and surgical care for small animals (primarily dogs and cats) Diagnose, treat, and manage a wide range of medical conditions Perform routine soft-tissue surgery and dental procedures Administer vaccinations and deliver preventive wellness care Collaborate with Hospital Management and Regional Operations leadership to maintain clinical excellence Mentor and support associate veterinarians and clinical staff Communicate with clients and referring veterinarians to ensure continuity of care Support hospital growth, workflow optimization, and team development Maintain high-quality patient care in a fast-paced clinical environment Requirements Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree from an accredited institution Minimum 5+ years of experience in small-animal veterinary clinical practice Strong competency in diagnostics, surgery, dentals, and preventive care Experience working in a multi-doctor veterinary hospital or private practice Demonstrated leadership experience or readiness to step into a clinical leadership role Eligibility for Connecticut veterinary licensure (or ability to obtain promptly) Strong communication, collaboration, and client service skills Preferred experience: Medical Director, Lead Veterinarian, Senior DVM, or experience in multi-site or corporate veterinary organizations. Benefits & Compensation Base salary, plus performance bonuses Profit-sharing and equity/stock options Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) retirement plan Continuing education support (tuition, travel, licensure, and paid CE time) Flexible PTO and work-life balance options Leadership development and career advancement opportunities Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds in veterinary medicine.